KS · Lawrence · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Lawrence, KS

The median CDI Specialist pay in Kansas is $31.98 per hour ($66,520 a year), with the typical range running from $21.78 to $43.30. That is 1% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lawrence. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.

CDI Specialist pay in Lawrence, KS

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 740 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Kansas.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.62$36,65046% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.78$45,30033% below U.S. median
Median$31.98$66,5201% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$43.30$90,06034% above U.S. median
Top 10%$53.41$111,09065% above U.S. median

BLS does not publish a separate figure for CDI Specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (SOC 29-9021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Lawrence

  • Overall prices in Lawrence run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,151
  • Per year: $57,564
  • Per month: $4,797

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Kansas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Lawrence

CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Lmh
Lawrence, KS
Acute careGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

CDI Specialist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Topeka, KS24 mi$31.04/hr125,467
Olathe, KS25 mi$27.88/hr149,035
Lenexa, KS25 mi$27.88/hr59,427
Shawnee, KS25 mi$27.88/hr69,724
Kansas City, KS30 mi$27.88/hr156,752
Overland Park, KS31 mi$27.88/hr202,893

CDI Specialist jobs in Kansas · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kansas

Clinical documentation integrity specialists review charts and query clinicians so records reflect patient severity accurately.

  • CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one
  • Clinical background such as RN, or coding experience
  • Knowledge of DRGs and quality reporting

Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Kansas state guide

Other healthcare roles in Lawrence

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Common questions

How much do CDI Specialists make in Lawrence, KS?

CDI Specialists in Kansas have a median pay of $31.98 per hour, about $66,520 a year. The middle half earn between $21.78 and $43.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Lawrence?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence, led by Lmh. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lawrence as a CDI Specialist?

CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 1 posting$84.65/ hr$72–$97
  • Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 1 posting$63.17/ hr$50–$77
  • San Antonio Regional HospitalUpland, CA · 1 posting$59.87/ hr$48–$72
  • Boston Medical CenterRemote, MA · 1 posting$56.69/ hr$38–$75

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Low$38Median$53.93High$76

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